Phyllis J. Hooks

Phyllis J. Hooks, 94, of Daugherty Twp., passed away Monday, July 28, 2025.

Born May 21, 1931, in Kittanning, Pa., she is the daughter of the late Jacob and Florence (Schaeffer) Wyant.  Phyllis had an adventurous spirit and a deep love for travel, which she joyfully shared with her family and friends. One of her most memorable journeys was traveling through the Panama Canal—a trip she often spoke of with great fondness. She was actively involved in several community and social groups that brought her deep joy and lasting friendships. Phyllis was a proud and dedicated member of the Eastern Star, where she served with distinction as Past Worthy Matron of Freeport Chapter #179.  She was a faithful member of Life Family Church where she was involved in Coffee Clatch ministries for Senior citizens where she uplifted others with her kind heart and unwavering faith. In addition to her many roles in the community, Phyllis was a member of the West Bridgewater Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) chapter, where she inspired others through her encouragement and leadership.  She was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates, and Penguin fan.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer H. Hooks; five sisters, Louise Kammerdiener, Betty Zajac, Eleanor Weaver, Shirley Toy, Lois Jordan, a brother, Kenneth Wyant, daughter-in-law; Linda Hooks, and her dog, Sir Ginger Snap.

Phyllis is survived by a son, Michael Hooks, Daugherty Twp., daughter, Jacqueline (Bruce) Smith, Valencia, grandchildren, Steven (Rebecca) Hooks, Diane (Peter) Smith, Brandea (Zach) Shaffer, Joshua Smith, and Jennie Smith, great grandchildren, Olivia, Noah, Heaven, Arielle, Sadie, Alexia, a sister, Barbara Manifest, several nieces, nephews and their families.

Friends will be received Monday, August 4, 2025 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. in J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Ave, New Brighton. Phyllis will lie in state Tuesday, August 5, 2025 in Life Family Church, 1810 Valley Ave, New Brighton, Pa. from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.   Pastor Sam DeMarco, officiating.

Private interment will follow in Greenwood Memorial Cemetery, Lower Burrell, Pa.